British Columbia
Kamloops Museum is in a vintage building and has a fitting collection of historic photographs. Come here for the scoop on river-namesake David Thompson,…
Must-see attractions in British Columbia
British Columbia
A re-created 1880s town that's less irritating than many of similar ilk. In summer there are all manner of activities and re-creations, which taper off to…
Northern BC
Dawson Creek is notable as the starting point (Mile 0) for the Alaska Hwy and it capitalizes on this at the Alaska Highway House, an engaging museum in a…
Kelowna
Taste a selection of four wines ($5) at one of the area's oldest wineries – the original vineyards were planted in 1928. Try the floral, somewhat spicy…
Prince George Railway & Forestry Museum
Northern BC
This museum honors trains, the beaver and local lore. It's located in Cottonwood Island Nature Park, north of the train station, which has sylvan walks…
Okanagan Valley
A small winery with a huge reputation; it's known for its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc. The Old Vines Restaurant is among the best.
British Columbia
Suitably loft-like in feel, this gallery, which shares the civic building with the town library, has an emphasis on contemporary Western and indigenous…
Kelowna
The Okanagan Heritage Museum looks at centuries of local culture in an engaging manner that includes a First Nations pit house, a Chinese grocery and a…
Okanagan Valley
BC's first producer of Zinfandel is also home to the elixirs known as ice wines, which are harvested when the grapes are frozen on the vine; go for the…
Okanagan Valley
All wined out? Stop on the side of Hwy 97 at this family roadside place for a free tasting of their excellent cider. Our pick: the Red Roof Apple Cider (…
British Columbia
Across the train tracks from downtown, the Kamloops Heritage Railway runs steam-engine-powered excursions. Check the website for a variety of trips…
Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park
British Columbia
Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park, 2km north of Spuzzum, makes for a scenic stop, where you can picnic while gazing up at the old bridge's historic 1926…
Vancouver
A West End park beloved of local dog-walkers, this is also where you'll find the summer-long West End Farmers Market.
British Columbia
Don't miss the restored 1898 lake steamer SS Moyie. It also has tourist info on the myriad ways to kayak and canoe the sparkling-blue waters.
British Columbia
Mountain biking is popular at Mt Fernie Provincial Park, just 3km south of town. It also offers hikes for all skills and interests, plus camping.
British Columbia
By the iconic Nelson Bridge, Lakeside Park is a flower-filled, shady park and a beach, and has a great summer cafe.
British Columbia
On Quadra Island in the Northern Gulf Islands. Provides fascinating insights into local First Nations communities.
Vancouver
Expect your lurching stomach to make a bid for freedom as the glass elevator whisks you 169m to the apex of this needle-like viewing tower in just 40…
Vancouver
Teeming with salty seafaring artifacts, dozens of intricate ship models and a couple of walk-through recreated boat sections, the prize exhibit at this…
Vancouver
Stanley Park's biggest draw is home to 9000 critters – including sharks, wolf eels and a somewhat shy octopus. There's also a small, walk-through…
Morris & Helen Belkin Art Gallery
Vancouver
This ever-intriguing gallery specializes in contemporary and often quite challenging pieces, with chin-stroking new exhibitions opening in its high…
Vancouver
A creative use for a cavernous bank building atrium, this gallery offers a varied roster of temporary exhibitions. It's mostly contemporary art and can…
Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge
British Columbia
Originally established as a logging town and supply station for the Canadian Pacific Railway, back when the town was simply known as ‘the Cache’, Golden…
Vancouver
Built as the home for 2800 athletes during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, this glassy waterfront development became the city's newest…
West Coast Railway Heritage Park
Squamish & Around
Train nuts should continue just past central Squamish to this large, mostly alfresco museum that's lined with clapboard buildings and several historic…
Art Gallery of Greater Victoria
Victoria
Granted, it's not the Louvre, or even Vancouver Art Gallery for that matter, but this east-of-downtown art nook does harbor one of Canada's best Emily…
Victoria
This early-20th-century Gothic-revival cathedral is one of Victoria's most attractive buildings. The third Anglican cathedral to be built in the city, the…
British Columbia
For most visitors, this vividly colored lake is Yoho’s most unmissable sight. Ringed by forest and silhouetted by impressive mountains, including the…
Whistler
If you're here in summer, head to the Upper Village and the plaza in front of the Fairmont Chateau Whistler for the Whistler Farmers Market, where you can…
British Columbia
The wackiest sight on the eastern shore is without doubt Boswell’s Glass House. With a mortuarist’s sense of humor, funeral director David H Brown decided…
Cowichan Estuary Nature Centre
Vancouver Island
This small and mildly interesting interpretive center overlooks the water and illuminates the area's flora and fauna. Nip inside the shed-like facility…
Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre
Vancouver Island
Bring your kids and they'll learn all about the salmon lifecycle at this off-the-beaten-path hatchery attraction. Besides lots of hands-on action (as well…
British Columbia
Spanning the Chilcotin and the east end of the valley, the southern portion of Tweedsmuir Provincial Park is the second-largest provincial park in BC. It…
Vancouver Island
This smashing little marine-critter attraction can be found at the entrance to the Discovery Pier, where it's repurposed the old blue shed aquarium that…
British Columbia
Tucked toward the end of the wharf, this small private gallery showcases the work of local artist Boothroyd, who's known for her whimsical almost child…
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